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Meeting Date
April 23, 2026
The city is transferring ownership of a property at 1425 S. Paxon Street to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which will then give the property to the Philadelphia Land Bank. This affects the city and the organizations involved in the transfer. The goal is to allow the Land Bank to take control of the property.
April 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Commissioner of Public Property to execute and deliver to the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority deeds conveying fee simple title to 1425 S. Paxon Street in the 3rd Councilmanic District of the City of Philadelphia and further authorizing the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority to transfer to the Philadelphia Land Bank fee simple title to such properties pursuant to Section 16-405 of the Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The city is considering a resolution to allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell a property at 5103 Chester Avenue. This property is located in the 3rd Councilmanic District. The sale would follow the rules outlined in The Philadelphia Code.
April 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5103 Chester Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council is considering a resolution that would allow the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell four properties on Baltimore Avenue. This decision would affect the owners or potential buyers of these properties, as well as the surrounding community. The sale would be done according to the city's existing rules and regulations.
April 16, 2026 TO THE PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: I am transmitting for the consideration of your Honorable Body a draft of a Resolution entitled: RESOLUTION Authorizing the Philadelphia Land Bank to dispose of 5123, 5125, 5127 and 5129 Baltimore Avenue located in the 3rd Councilmanic District in accordance with the terms of Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code. This Resolution has my approval and therefore I respectfully request that this Honorable Body give it your favorable consideration. Respectfully, Cherelle L. Parker Mayor
READ AND FILED
Council action without a posted tally.
Meeting Date
April 16, 2026
This bill repeals a previous bill that proposed an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, which would have allowed City officers and employees to run for public office without resigning from their City position. The repealed bill had directed City officers to prepare for a special election on this proposed charter amendment. This new bill affects City officers and employees who might consider running for public office.
To repeal in its entirety Bill No. 241056 (approved March 10, 2026), entitled "An Ordinance Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to eliminate the requirement that City officers and employees resign from their City office or employment before becoming candidates for public office; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election;" and to rescind the direction provided to various City officers set forth therein.
SIGNED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments for the 2026 budget year. It affects various city offices, departments, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Special Gasoline Tax Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments for the 2026 budget year. It affects various city offices, departments, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Special Gasoline Tax Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill allows the city to move money between different funds and departments for the 2026 budget year. It affects various city offices, departments, and commissions that receive funding from these sources. The goal is to adjust the budget to meet the city's needs.
Authorizing transfers in appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026 from: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Grants Revenue Fund, all from certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions; to: the General Fund, the Water Fund, the Special Gasoline Tax Fund, the Grants Revenue Fund, the Aviation Fund, and the Transportation Fund, all to certain or all City offices, departments, boards and commissions.
HEARING NOTICES SENT
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to Philadelphia's Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget, which was approved in June 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for different purposes and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plan.
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to Philadelphia's Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget, which was approved in June 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for different purposes and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plan.
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to Philadelphia's Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget, which was approved in June 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for different purposes and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plan.
To amend Bill No. 250197 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Fiscal 2026 Capital Budget," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING NOTICES SENT
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to the city's six-year capital budget plan, which was approved in 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for certain projects and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plans.
To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
RECESSED
Council action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to the city's six-year capital budget plan, which was approved in 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for certain projects and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plans.
To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING HELD
Procedural action without a posted tally.
This bill makes changes to the city's six-year capital budget plan, which was approved in 2025. It revises the amounts of money allocated for certain projects and updates the total budget. This affects the city's overall budget and spending plans.
To amend Bill No. 250198 (approved June 13, 2025), entitled "An Ordinance To adopt a Capital Program for the six Fiscal Years 2026-2031 inclusive," by revising various appropriation amounts and totals, all under certain terms and conditions.
HEARING NOTICES SENT
Procedural action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution honoring Temple University's Jazz Band and Terell Stafford for winning the 2026 National Collegiate Jazz Championship. This resolution recognizes their achievement as a source of pride for the city. It affects the university and the city by acknowledging their accomplishment.
Honoring Temple University's Jazz Band and Terell Stafford on winning the 2026 National Collegiate Jazz Championship and recognizing this accomplishment as a source of pride for the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution to honor Pastor Dicie Gilmore for her community service and leadership. This recognition is part of the National Month of Hope, which celebrates healing and resilience. The resolution affects Pastor Gilmore and the community she serves.
Honoring Pastor Dicie Gilmore for her leadership, compassion, and dedicated service to the community, in recognition of April as the National Month of Hope and the power of healing and resilience.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The City Council has adopted a resolution to recognize May 21st of each year as 'Ona Judge Day' in Philadelphia. Ona Judge was a historical figure who escaped from slavery in Philadelphia. This resolution honors her legacy and contributions to the city's history.
Recognizing and honoring May 21st of each year as "Ona Judge Day" in the City of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
The Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution recognizing the Germantown Jazz Festival for its contributions to the community. The festival is seen as a positive force for cultural enrichment, community wellness, and economic growth in the Germantown neighborhood. This resolution affects residents and businesses in the Germantown area by acknowledging the festival's importance.
Recognizing the Germantown Jazz Festival and its contributions to cultural enrichment, community wellness, and economic vitality in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia.
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.
This resolution recognizes National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which takes place from April 19-25, 2026, and honors Northwest Victim Services for their work advocating for victims' rights in the community. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the importance of supporting crime victims and their families. It affects the community by promoting awareness and recognition of victims' rights.
Recognizing National Crime Victims' Rights Week, April 19-25, 2026, and honoring Northwest Victim Services for their dedicated advocacy and community impact
ADOPTED·Pass
Unanimous action without a posted tally.